Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Disperse Violet 1. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 0.25 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| LOAEL | 2 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Safety Opinions
Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU due to insufficient safety data and sensitization risk from the active dye and Disperse Red 15 impurity; permitted in US under coal tar exemption with labeling requirements.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Disperse Violet 1 safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU due to insufficient safety data and sensitization risk from the active dye and Disperse Red 15 impurity; permitted in US under coal tar exemption with labeling requirements. The EU classifies Disperse Violet 1 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.
Is Disperse Violet 1 allowed in the EU?
Disperse Violet 1 EU regulatory status: prohibited. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Disperse Violet 1 do in cosmetics?
Disperse Violet 1 functions as: Hair dyeing (anthraquinone dye); non-oxidative colouring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 128-95-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Disperse Violet 1?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
What is the NOAEL for Disperse Violet 1?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Disperse Violet 1 is 0.25 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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